Respecting the History Goes a Long Way
According to the Columbus Dispatch, Columbus, Ohio is the 15th-fastest-growing city in the country. Data from U.S. Census Bureau has estimated that there is an increase of more than 12,000 people in just one year and currently more than 835,000 residents live in the city. Forbes Magazine describes how Columbus is filled with major industries such as: technology, insurance, and education. In fact, as the population significantly continues to grow so does the job market.
“…A society cannot know itself if it does not have an accurate memory of its own history.” Said the founder of The Sleuk Rith Institute, Youk Chhang.
Downtown Columbus is filled with many districts that encompass different historic backgrounds. The Short North Arts District is one of many that was established in the early 1900s and has culturally grown since. The Arena District, Italian Village, and King Lincoln District are also communities that have successfully added to the city. The art and culture of Columbus has progressively developed within the last few years, incorporating: unique art galleries, upscale dining, modern boutiques, and recreational centers, such as: Goodale Park and Columbus Commons. College students, small families, and young men and women have gravitated towards the array of activities in the city, which brings a strong focus on the high demand for rental living and housing.
The King Lincoln District (KLD), east of Downtown Columbus, is one of the most unique districts and is highly authentic with roots of the Columbus Jazz. The area includes folk art, the civil rights movement, and world-class architecture.
Its legacy remains with original professional office buildings for the use of African-Americans during the Great Migration in the 1930s. During that time the King Lincoln District’s establishment was still warring with segregation, however, the lack of freedom encouraged the commercial and cultural development of the area to expand. Due to the area’s rich past, the demand for retail, commercial, and rental living has never been greater.
Since 2001, Columbus Mayor Coleman and the City of Columbus have made a commitment to redevelop and revitalize the area. “This is not a project, it’s a transformation of an area involving many people and organizations.” said by Columbus Mayor Michael B. Coleman.
Furthermore, appreciating the quality and character of any district is worthwhile and enriching. Columbus, Ohio’s divergent districts convey balance to a sophisticated, modern city, in respect to residents who prefer an upscale lifestyle and others who enjoy living in a timeless neighborhood.
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